Mammalian spread of H5N1 and its pandemic potential

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Avian influenza, or bird flu, is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects birds. Infrequently, the virus can infect mammals from birds, a phenomenon called spillover, and rarely can spread between mammals. There are several different subtypes of avian influenza viruses, ranging from low pathogenic to highly pathogenic types that can cause severe illness …

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City issues warning about potential Valentine’s Day ‘convoy activity’

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article content Citing “the potential for convoy activity,” the City of Ottawa has issued a notice to advise motorists of possible traffic disruptions on Highway 417 and in the downtown core on Tuesday, St. Valentine’s Day. article content “We are working with the @OttawaPolice service to monitor and mitigate any potential disruptions,” the city said …

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Alex Morgan voices concern over ‘bizarre’ potential Saudi sponsorship of Women’s World Cup – video | Football

USA forward, Alex Morgan has questioned a possible sponsorship deal between FIFA and Saudi Arabia’s tourism authority for this summer’s Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. “I find it bizarre that FIFA has sought ‘Visit Saudi’ sponsorship for the Women’s World Cup, while I, myself, Alex Morgan, would not even be supported and …

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Alex Morgan: USA forward calls potential Saudi sponsorship deal for 2023 Women’s World Cup ‘bizarre’

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‘Morally it doesn’t make sense’ – Alex Morgan on Saudi Arabia’s potential World Cup sponsorship deal United States forward Alex Morgan says Saudi Arabia’s tourism authority potentially sponsoring the 2023 Women’s World Cup is “bizarre”. Co-hosts Australia and New Zealand asked FIFA earlier this month “clarify immediately” Reports suggest Saudi is to be named as …

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Alex Morgan attacks ‘bizarre’ potential Saudi Women’s World Cup sponsorship | Women’s World Cup 2023

USA forward Alex Morgan has questioned a possible sponsorship deal between FIFA and Saudi Arabia’s tourism authority for this summer’s Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The move has been condemned by the Australian and New Zealand Football Federations due to Saudi Arabia’s human rights record, particularly when it comes to women and …

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